The Kwara State Government has expressed deep concern over a disturbing video allegedly released by terrorists on Saturday, showing another set of victims abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area.

The attack reportedly left more than 160 people dead.

In a late Saturday statement, the Commissioner for Communications, Bolanle Olukoju, confirmed that government officials and security agencies are currently analysing the footage to verify the identities of those shown.

According to the statement, the government has engaged community leaders in Woro to assist in identifying individuals captured in the video. A few persons have been preliminarily identified as residents of the community.

"The Kwara State Government is deeply concerned over the disturbing video released by terrorists earlier today, allegedly showing some persons taken during the tragic February 3 attack on Woro community. As always, our thoughts are with all the families affected, and we reaffirm our commitment to securing the safe return of all those impacted," the statement read.

"We acknowledge the anxiety that this footage may cause. Government officials and security agencies are carefully analysing the video to establish the identities of the individuals shown."

Olukoju noted that conflicting accounts have emerged regarding the number of persons abducted since the incident, explaining that neither the state government nor security agencies have announced a definitive figure.

"Our priority remains the safe rescue of every affected citizen and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice," she said.

The government added that while community representatives have indicated that some residents remain missing, several individuals initially reported missing have since reunited with their families. Others are believed to have temporarily relocated to neighbouring communities, including Wawa and New Bussa in Niger State.

The statement further disclosed that the government's response committee, led by His Highness Ahmed Ibn Muhammed, continues to collaborate with security agencies, local authorities and community stakeholders to coordinate rescue operations, humanitarian support and the safe return of displaced persons.

"We assure the public that verified updates will be provided as more information becomes available through proper coordination with security and community leaders. We urge residents to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information and continue cooperating with authorities," the statement concluded.